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Part-time work may be available from: May 7- June 15, 2018 (Outdoor Education)

Wage: $12+/hr, out-trips $96+/day (Dependent on qualifications)

**Preferred applicants will be post-secondary students,

as this position is partly funded through HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs Grants**

Situation

The YMCA of Northern BC serves 20,000 people of all abilities, backgrounds, and stages of life in Northern British Columbia. We are a growing, multi-service association that offers health, fitness, and recreation, licensed childcare, rehabilitation services, community support services, and camp programs.

The YMCA is a powerful association of men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community. With a commitment to nurturing the potential of children, teens and young adults, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility, the YMCA ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive.

Nature and Scope

Kanannaq [~can-a-nak~] is Inuit for North Wind. This unique, lakeside day camp provides every child the opportunity to actively participate and benefit from outdoor activities, while sleeping in the comfort of their own beds each night. Camp Kanannaq believes that camp is an experience that all children are entitled to; therefore, Camp Kanannaq emphasizes enjoyment, exploration, originality and inspiration within a secure and accommodating environment. It is a childhood haven where campers discover nature and are physically active, acquire new skills, develop self-confidence and build permanent friendships.

The Aurora Leadership Program is a ten-day leadership initiative for ages 13-15 that centers on technical skills, self-development and team building while connecting with nature. Campers will develop group cooperation, self-discipline and personal initiative by exploring and teaching new skills, building fundamental relationships and taking part in a four-day, three-night out trip.

Counsellors are wholehearted individuals who are passionate about two things, making a difference in the lives of others and teaching respect and enjoyment of the outdoors. They are fun, enthusiastic and energetic; are thoughtful, compassionate and excellent listeners; are co-operative, flexible members of the staff team; finally, counsellors are capable, mature and selfless. Our team is required to work together to devotedly supervise and facilitate campers and daily programs, both small group and camp-wide, while following YMCA policies and procedures and integrating the YMCA Core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, Inclusivity and Responsibility.

Major Responsibilities

Counsellors must understand the importance of safety and must demonstrate so through responsible leadership by exhibiting model character at all times as they share their love for the outdoors in delivering and furthering the success of Camp Kanannaq Programs, meeting and exceeding all targets and timelines – Counsellors are ultimate role models.

Be in accordance with all provincial and YMCA standards, policies and procedures to develop and deliver a variety of age-appropriate activities that have a high impact, are enriching, and integrate YMCA Core Values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, Inclusivity and Responsibility.

Enthusiastically participate and guide campers through pre-established out-trips while maintaining appropriate contact with the Camp Coordinator and assuring safety of all campers by identifying possible hazards and responding appropriately.

Demonstrate by example and communicate effectively to enforce safety regulations to all ages and skill levels and to assist campers or staff when applicable.

Demonstrate the ability to identify and respond to hazards, always minimizing risk.

Interact directly with youth while guiding and redirecting in situations when conflicts arise.

Establish and maintain positive daily communication with all parents/guardians.

Ensure physical and emotional needs of youth are met and manage behaviours according to procedure.

Interact directly with the youth offering a balance of youth guided and counsellor directed activities.

Assist with the planning and implementing of a consistent youth centered program in accordance with YMCA standards, both small group and camp-wide.

Maintain a safe, neat, orderly and clean environment of all activity areas and washrooms and that they meet standards according to requirements.

Demonstrate and role model appropriate behaviour at all times

Maintain confidentiality of all information.

Maintain regular attendance, punctuality and to be appropriately prepared for all activities.

Attend all staff trainings and regular program development meetings as required.

Share a passion for camp and the outdoors, while integrating and promoting healthy adolescent development.

Contribute flexibly as a team member to achieve goals, specifically to ensure that Camp Kanannaq is a memorable experience for all campers – ensure that Camp Kanannaq makes this their best summer yet!

Skills and Knowledge

Working with groups of youth with the ability to engage and motivate youth to participate in outdoor recreation activities

Able to manage and facilitate large groups of children and youth

Strong communication skills and experience working with a variety of children and youth

Experience working with youth ages 13-15

Experience working with special needs youth is an asset

Qualifications

Minimum 19 years of age

Clear Criminal Record Check

Completion of all YMCA related training

Assets

BC Class 4 driver’s license (Preference will be given to those with Class 4)

Courses/Experience working with or caring for children/youth in a child care/recreational setting

Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard Service (NLS)

Wilderness First Aid

Canoe or specialized water sport experience

Outdoor Survival Training

Competencies

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, and an orientation to service, the candidate should possess the following nine competencies:

Negotiation/Communication/Interpersonal Skills Able to speak, write, listen and secure information in a variety of settings. Ability to cooperate with others to achieve results. Ability to create and build relationships inside and outside the organization.

Planning/Organizing – Ability to establish a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short and long term goals.

The YMCA of Northern BC thanks everyone for their application; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

How to Apply:
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**Preferred applicants will be post-secondary students,as this position is partly funded through HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs Grants**

Please apply in writing with a completed YMCA application form (found on our website), detailed resume, and cover letter to

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